Mental Health in Schools
Heather Martin cofounded a nonprofit to support survivors of mass tragedy.
Charter networks, both inside and outside the state, are tracking the legislation.
Nearly two-thirds of American teenagers use TikTok regularly. We want to hear students’ opinions about efforts to ban TikTok.
This New York City school counselor uses art therapy, breathing exercises, and details from her trips to Ecuador to bond with newcomer students at her Queens elementary school.
Peer-to-peer support models have gained traction at schools both locally and nationwide.
Migrant students and other newcomers sometimes struggle after an initial honeymoon period. A program known as STRONG gives educators tools to help students before those struggles turn into mental health crises.
The “Dignity in Schools” called for the city to put millions toward restorative justice and mental health programs, while diverting money away from school policing.
At Chalkbeat New York, we’re hoping to dive deeper on how schools are handling cell phones. We want to learn more about the policies schools are adopting.
Advocates celebrated Wednesday’s news, but warned it does nothing to reverse the massive cuts already coming from previous reductions, along with expiring federal aid.
Calling social media a ‘24/7 digital dystopia,’ Adams joins hundreds of districts and cities across the country seeking compensation and changes.
As school leaders across America want to give teens greater access to therapy and mental health professionals, many are also confronting the challenges of getting parents on board.
“How fair is it to identify a concern but then not have the resources to address the concern?” one social worker asked the school board.
Nearly 11,000 Colorado children and teens have used I Matter since its inception.
An analysis from the University of Chicago Crime Lab found 1 in 5 of more than 2,000 youth contacted participated.
With another battle expected over vouchers, see what legislative leaders and advocates are saying.
A few minutes after texting “Denver” to 741741, teens can be connected to a trained volunteer.
Supporters hope to use the attendance records to direct students to resources that can help them.
Children and teens need representation, and that includes teachers who have struggled with mental health challenges.
Denver Public Schools is spending federal COVID money on a curriculum of mental health activities to help reduce students’ anxiety.
The statistics illustrating the depth of the youth mental health crisis are sobering. We want to hear from you to better understand it.